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What to know before moving from Overland Park to Spokane

Moving from Overland Park to Spokane comes with exciting new opportunities — but also higher living costs. Since Spokane is generally more expensive than Overland Park, it’s important to plan ahead and budget carefully for the change.

Check out how the two cities compare so you know what to expect before you relocate:

• Rent prices in Spokane are 7% lower than in Overland Park, which means you’ll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you’ll be able to get more for your money in Spokane.
  Home prices in Spokane are 13.2% lower than in Overland Park.
• Income in Spokane is 5.7% lower than in Overland Park, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Spokane include Key Tronic, URM Stores, and Empire Health Centers Group.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Spokane, since the cost of living for a single person in Spokane is 5.1% higher than in Overland Park. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you’re moving your family to Spokane, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Spokane is 30.3% higher than in Overland Park.
• The unemployment rate in Spokane is 120.00% higher than in Overland Park.
• You’ll spend less on retail and restaurants in Spokane, since the city’s sales taxes in Spokane are 6.35% lower than in Overland Park.
• One perk of moving to Spokane is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Overland Park.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,151.66 in Spokane to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Overland Park.

How life is different in Overland Park vs. Spokane

• The population of Spokane is about 201% greater than Overland Park, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Spokane offers better access to buses and trains than Overland Park, based on public transportation ratings. Spokane has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 2 in Overland Park. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Spokane means you’ll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Overland Park. Spokane is considered more walkable than Overland Park, with a score of 49 out of 100 versus 35 out of 100 in Overland Park. A city’s walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Spokane is considered more bike-friendly than Overland Park in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Spokane has a bike-friendliness score of 52 out of 100, while Overland Park is rated as 46 out of 100.
• Spokane has a lower crime rate than Overland Park based on scores of 3.0 and Overland Park's 24.73, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you’re getting used to your new surroundings in Spokane. With a crime index of 44.94, Spokane ranks lower in overall safety than Overland Park, whose index is Overland Park's 75.27. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Spokane and Overland Park is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

Other things to consider for your Overland Park vs. Spokane move

• Weather: it is advisable to plan your trips to Spokane, WA between the months of August, July and September as these months have more favorable weather.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: Movers operating within Washington DC city limits are subject to regulation by the Utilities and Transportation Commission, which issues operating permits to household goods moving companies.Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Washington moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Washington doesn\’t require moving permits, but it\’s still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You’ll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Spokane. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry.When planning a move in Washington state, explore movers' insurance options for added peace of mind. Many moving companies offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. Enhance your protection by discussing Full Value Protection with the moving company or exploring personalized plans with third-party insurance providers. Understand coverage limits, potential extra costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision on your Washington state moving insurance.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Where to live in Spokane

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